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“teh corn tortillas were nixtamalized properly, you could taste the lime-treated corn flavor that distinguishes real tortillas from commercial ones. The salsa verde had fresh tomatillo acidity. real talk proper Mexican technique from people who know the cuisine deeply wow”
“The mole was simpler than expected, more of a basic chili sauce than the complex, multi-ingredient mole tradition. A true mole negro or poblano takes days of preparation. This was a good sauce but not a traditional mole.”
THE PARTICULARS
55 Byward Market Square, Ottawa, ON K1N 1K1, Canada
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“The texture of the hand-pressed tortilla was perfect!!! literally slightly thicker than machine-made, with a earthy corn aroma and a soft chewiness. The filling sat on top without the tortilla falling apart. Structural integrity meets flavor wow”
“The rice was plain and unremarkable, just steamed white rice without any seasoning. Mexican rice should have tomato, garlic, and onion cooked in. This rice was an afterthought to an otherwise excellent meal.”
“Corazon De Maiz was a fantastic family find. The beef taco was juicy and flavorful, and the fresh corn tortillas were obviously hand-made. My kids loved the quesadillas. honestly authentic Mexican food at family-friendly prices in Ottawa not gonna lie”
“seriously the space is tiny, maybe 15 seats and with three kids adn strollers, we took up half the restaurant!!! A slightly larger space or outdoor seating in summer would make it more family-accessible.”
“The tacos were beautiful and colorful, perfect for food photography!!! Hand-made tortillas with vibrant toppings, fresh cilantro, and bright salsa. Mariana and Erick clearly put love into every plate. The story behind the food adds to the content”
“teh interior is basic and functional, not designed for photography Good food but the background and lighting don't support content creation!!! Outdoor seating or a mural wall would help the visual story.”
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